Bangladesh, Jan. 1 -- As the international system approaches 2026, it does so amid persistent uncertainty. The past year underscored the fragility of global stability, as geopolitical rivalries intensified, economic fragmentation deepened, and armed conflicts continued to challenge existing mechanisms of international governance. Against this backdrop, Chinas trajectory in 2025 warrants careful examination. Rather than reacting impulsively to volatility, Beijing pursued a strategy characterized by continuity, institutional planning, and a clear articulation of its role in a changing world order.

The year 2025 unfolded during a period of accelerating transition toward multipolarity. Competition over norms, institutions, and development pa...